Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 101.5 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 179.3 in | -5.5 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 70.1 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 59.2 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3214 lb. | 3285 lb. | -71 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 38.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.1 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.1 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.5 in | 3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
2015 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |